Question 1

What is chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic care is a healthcare discipline focused on assessing and managing musculoskeletal conditions, particularly those involving the spine, joints, and surrounding soft tissues. Care commonly emphasizes improving joint mobility, reducing mechanical irritation, restoring comfortable movement, and addressing factors that may contribute to pain, stiffness, or tension.

Question 2

What types of problems do chiropractors help with?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic care is commonly sought for musculoskeletal concerns such as back pain, neck discomfort, headaches, shoulder pain, sciatic symptoms, and joint mobility restrictions. Care focuses on evaluating mechanical and functional contributors influencing symptoms rather than targeting a single diagnosis.

Question 3

What is a chiropractic adjustment?

Accepted Answer

A chiropractic adjustment is a precise, controlled technique applied to a joint to improve mobility, reduce mechanical irritation, and restore more comfortable movement. Adjustments are tailored to each patient's presentation, mobility findings, and comfort level.

Question 4

Are chiropractic adjustments painful?

Accepted Answer

Most patients find chiropractic adjustments comfortable and relieving. Techniques are always adapted to your mobility, comfort level, and individual presentation. Care is never forceful or rushed. Some individuals may notice mild, short-lived soreness following treatment, similar to how the body responds to unfamiliar movement. This response is temporary and varies between patients.

Question 5

Are chiropractic adjustments safe?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic care is widely recognized as safe when performed by a licensed chiropractor. At Lakeview Chiropractic, care always begins with a focused consultation and assessment to determine whether treatment is appropriate for your specific presentation, health history, and comfort. Techniques are selected and adapted carefully, with an emphasis on gentle, controlled approaches designed around patient safety and tolerance. If chiropractic care is not appropriate, we discuss alternative options or referrals.

Question 6

How many visits will I need?

Accepted Answer

The number of visits required varies depending on symptom behaviour, condition history, mobility findings, and individual goals. Following assessment, care recommendations are tailored to the patient's presentation and response to treatment.

Question 7

What does chiropractic care cost?

Accepted Answer

At Lakeview Chiropractic, the initial consultation and examination is $95. Subsequent adjustment visits are $65. Many patients use extended health benefits to offset care costs.

Question 8

Do I need to continue care forever?

Accepted Answer

No. Chiropractic care is based on patient preference, goals, and symptom behaviour. Some individuals seek short-term care, while others choose periodic visits to support mobility and mechanical comfort.

Question 9

What chiropractic technique does Dr. Kricken use?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Kricken is highly proficient in several techniques and adapts combinations of these approaches to each individual based on their unique needs and preferences: Diversified; Arthrostim Instrument; Thompson Drop Table; Toggle Recoil (upper cervical); Webster (for expectant Moms); light touch-specific child and infant adjusting.

Question 10

Why choose Lakeview Chiropractic?

Accepted Answer

Lakeview Chiropractic is led by Dr. Mike Kricken, a chiropractor with over 30 years of clinical experience providing hands-on, movement-focused care. Patients often value his measured, individualized approach emphasizing gentle techniques, clear communication, and careful assessment. This is reflected in his glowing customer reviews.

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